Medieval Crusader Period Bronze Cross Pendant, symbolising the Five Holy Wounds of Christ and A Medieval Crusader Period bronze cross pendant, formed with balanced arms and a solid, devotional profile, intended to be worn as a personal expression of faith and spiritual protection. The cross is proportioned with a pronounced vertical axis, consistent with crosses associated with Crusader-era religious jewelry, where visibility and symbolic clarity were essential. The design is strongly associated with the Christian doctrine of the Five Holy Wounds of Christ—the wounds to both hands, both feet, and the side inflicted during the Crucifixion. This symbolism was especially significant during the Crusader period, when such imagery served not only as a declaration of faith but also as a protective emblem believed to offer divine guardianship in battle and pilgrimage. Cross pendants of this type were commonly worn by Crusaders, pilgrims, or devout laypersons, functioning as portable sacred objects that reinforced spiritual identity and commitment to Christ’s sacrifice. The simplicity of form reflects the austere devotional aesthetics of the Middle Ages, prioritizing meaning over ornamentation. The surface displays age-consistent wear and patination, with softened edges and a weathered texture indicative of prolonged use or burial. These characteristics are consistent with medieval bronze devotional objects. Period: Medieval – Crusader Era Material: Bronze Height: 48 mm Width: 37 mm